Origin and Purpose of 'Excellent Advice for Living'

The speaker discusses how their book 'Excellent Advice for Living' came about as a result of jotting down great sayings by other people and their realization that there were things they wished they had known earlier. They share how the sayings went viral and the decision to compile them into a book. The chapter ends by mentioning the inspiration behind the advice and its mix of ancient wisdom and practical tips.